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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Recent studies have discovered that coffee consumption actually has many benefits.

Good News for Coffee Lovers

Sherry Yan, Contributing Writer October 18, 2017
With midterm season beginning, coffee consumption has inevitably gone up. Don't worry; coffee might actually be good for you!

Stuffed Ice Cream, located at 139 1st Ave, has created a donut ice cream sandwich, which they have named the “cruff.”

Donut Ice Cream Rocks Your Taste Buds

Sherry Yan, Contributing Writer October 16, 2017
Ice cream sandwiches got a new upgrade with Cruffs!
Clinton Hall had a limited edition Flamin' Hot Doughnut Grilled Cheese in February.

Too Much Cheese? ForGouda ‘Bout It!

Laura Rubio, Staff Writer October 11, 2017
Cheese is not only a great ingredient to add to many dishes but also a great meal on its own. Here are some ways you can enjoy cheese as the main ingredient in a meal.
Gnoccheria by Luzzo’s is an Italian restaurant in East Village dedicated to serving gnocchi, a potato-based pasta.

Gnoccheria Brings Menu of Options to East Village

Alyssa Lynn Kelly, Contributing Writer October 10, 2017
A review of the new Gnocchi restaurant that is worth every penny!
&pizza just opened on Broadway and Astor Place and offers a number of personal pizzas, as well as a create your own option at an affordable price. (Photo by Polina Buchak)

&pizza Makes Its Mark

Amelia McBain, Contributing Writer October 2, 2017
&Pizza opened a new spot in Astor place on Oct. 3. The restaurant is not only minutes away from NYU, but also cares about sustainability, supporting local artists and giving you an unforgettable pizza experience.
Boba Guys, at 23 Clinton St., is a popular bubble tea spot founded originally in San Francisco.

The Best Boba Spots Near NYU

Sherah Ndjongo, Staff Writer April 24, 2017
NYU students are going crazy Boba Tea. Don’t know where to find it? Don’t fret. These fantastic bubble tea shops all around campus are ready for you to stop by.
Clay Pot was founded by Stern senior Alexander Yip, and specializes in the popular Hong Kong-style Cantonese dish of the same name.

Stern Senior Opens Clay Pot Restaurant

Tiffanie Hwang, Staff Writer April 24, 2017
Not many can say they started and opened their own restaurant while being a full-time student. Alexander Yip, however, a senior in Stern, will be opening Claypot, a restaurant specializing and featuring a unique twist on a beloved and popular street food, a Hong Kong style Cantonese dish.
Halal food carts are available at almost every corner of busy streets in Manhattan. Such authentic street foods, among troll foods and unhealthy bowls, are predicted to trend in 2017.

Where to Find 2017 Food Trends Near NYU

Drew Lederman, Staff Writer April 3, 2017
New Yorker recently released their food trend predictions for 2017. Keeping their predictions in mind, we decided to make some predictions of our own.
Making food look as good as it tastes isn’t always as easy as it seems. Here are a few things to watch for when taking pictures of your meals.

How To: Photograph Food

Yasmin Gulec, Dining Editor March 28, 2017
Here are some tips and tricks to taking great food photos.
Eating a bagel for breakfast is a great way to start the day. Here are the best places on campus to get those important energy-loaded carbs.

Eat Your Way Around Each Dorm: Bagels

Yasmin Gulec, Dining Editor March 28, 2017
Bagels are a staple in New York City culture, so check out the best bagel shops near your dorm.
Although pineapple pizza is a staple of most American pizzerias, whether or not pinapple deserves to be on pizza is a major debate, especially on social media.

The Pineapple Pizza Debate That’s Slicing the World Apart

Allie Degen, Contributing Writer March 27, 2017
The argument over whether pineapple is an acceptable pizza topping has escalated to new heights. Sparking enormous controversy over the Internet, the issue of pineapple pizza has divided mankind. But why? Why has pineapple pizza stirred up so much hysteria?
This french toast from Friend of a Farmer was both delicious and sustainable.  Here are 9 restaurants near campus that practice sustainable and ethical cooking.

Sustainable Restaurants Near NYU Campus

Sydney Ernstberger, Contributing Writer March 22, 2017
Although there are tons of great restaurants near NYU, they don't all value where their food comes from. Here is a list of eight restaurants near campus that are environmentally sustainable and provide ethically sourced food.